As a Pulmonary Nurse, I’ve encountered countless cases of asthma over the years, and one thing that always stands out is how different the symptoms can be for each patient. Asthma is often associated with wheezing – that high-pitched, musical sound you hear when someone has difficulty breathing. However, there are many people who suffer…
As someone who’s worked in pulmonary care for years, I’ve seen the impact of asthma on a person’s physical abilities, particularly when it comes to stamina and endurance. It’s one thing to be told by doctors or read in medical texts that asthma can affect your performance, but it’s a whole different experience when you’re…
Ever had that sinking feeling in your chest, like someone dropped a brick right on your lungs? Or maybe you’ve felt your heart racing out of nowhere, gasping for air, and just assumed it was your heart acting up. You’re not alone. As someone who’s worked for years as a Pulmonary Nurse, I can’t count…
Can weather pressure trigger asthma? That’s a question I’ve heard time and time again—both at work as a pulmonary nurse and from friends who deal with asthma. And I totally get why it’s such a hot topic. One day the weather’s nice and breezy, and the next, a cold front rolls in, and boom—tight chest,…
As a Pulmonary Nurse, I often get asked about asthma-related symptoms that extend beyond the typical shortness of breath or wheezing. One of the most common questions I hear is, “Can asthma cause ribcage pain?” It’s an interesting topic because, while asthma is primarily a respiratory condition, the effects it has on the body can…
As a Pulmonary Nurse who’s spent years working night shifts and watching patients struggle through flare-ups, I’ve had more than my fair share of conversations about the best sleeping position to ease asthma. I’ve seen how something as simple as how you sleep can make a huge difference in how you breathe. Whether it’s a…
If you’ve ever found yourself coughing more during the colder months or noticed your asthma symptoms flaring up every time the heater kicks on, you’re definitely not alone. As a pulmonary nurse who’s spent more than a few winter shifts helping patients manage their breathing, I’ve seen firsthand how asthma triggered by indoor heating can…
So, let’s talk about something sweet — literally. You’ve probably heard someone say, “Try a spoonful of honey, it’ll help your cough.” But what about something a bit more serious — like asthma? That’s a question I’ve heard a dozen times at the bedside over the years. Does honey help asthma naturally? It’s not just…
If you’ve ever noticed your asthma symptoms get worse after meals, you’re not imagining things. It’s something I’ve seen plenty of times in my work as a Pulmonary Nurse—patients come in wheezing or coughing not after a long jog or being around pollen, but right after dinner. Honestly, it’s not even always about what they…